What does it mean if they declare a federal disaster?

If you’re in a hurry and just want to get the process over with, we get it! Many will go this route.  However, if insurance coverage or money is an issue, then you could benefit by waiting to see if the fire that destroyed your property will be declared a federal disaster.  We anticipate the larger fires currently burning (i.e. Caldor Fire, Dixie Fire) will be declared federal disasters – which will likely trigger California to issue an emergency waiver for landfills, which will ultimately accept fire debris and waste from a forest fire. This has already happened for the Dixie Fire and closest landfills to that fire (check with your local landfills or contact our office and we’ll help point you in the right direction)!

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We have offices and personnel in the areas of Arcata, McKinleyville, Eureka, Chico, and Redding, California that can help you with fire debris characterization and debris removal. 

Redding: (888) 351-8189

Arcata/Eureka (North Coast): (707) 388-3008

Where Do I take My Fire Debris Waste?

You need to determine where the closest landfill is located, then you need to contact that landfill to see what the waste profiling requirements are for that landfill.  Each landfill has their own unique process for profiling waste, and while there are some standards across the state for what’s classified as “hazardous waste” there is some wiggle room landfills have to accept fire debris from natural disasters. Learn more here!

Contact us today to discuss fire debris characterization and ash removal for your home or business in the areas of Arcata, McKinleyville, Eureka, Chico, and Redding, California. 

Redding: (888) 351-8189

Arcata/Eureka (North Coast): (707) 388-3008

Affected by the 2020 Wildfires? Deadlines Quickly Approaching to Opt In to Federal Programs.

If your property was affected by the 2020 wildfires in Northern California, there are two options for addressing debris and ash removal (known as Phase II). You can either ‘opt in’ to the government sponsored program or ‘opt out.’ The deadline to apply for the State of California-Cal Recycle sponsored Consolidated Debris Removal Program is quickly approaching. 

We made a guide to help with that decision here, and we explained in a separate article why you should almost certainly opt in if you live in certain rural areas. Read the article here.  The deadline for the State of California program has been extended to January 15, 2021 for all fires.  By signing a ROE form, you’re signing up to participate in the Cal Recycle program. Each County/City will eventually force property owners to clean up their property and will bill you for the costs at a certain point if you do not respond. 

Learn more here!

Contact us today to discuss fire debris and ash removal for your home or business in the areas of Arcata, McKinleyville, Eureka, Chico, and Redding, California. 

Redding: (888) 351-8189

Arcata/Eureka (North Coast): (707) 388-3008

Fire Disaster Response from Start to Finish!

Recently lost your home in a fire in California?

Are you overwhelmed with the process?

Not sure where to start when it comes to debris removal?

Guzi-West offers a streamlined, customized approach to each property and can perform all major stages of work in house! From asbestos testing to your work plan submittal to the application process to hazardous waste removal, soil grading, and confirmation soil sampling to your final report – Guzi-West has you covered!

For more information about fire disaster response, visit our website! 

Picking up the Pieces After a Fire? Guzi-West is Here to Help!

The process of clearing a property after a wildfire can be incredibly confusing, and often just the act of finding companies to meet all your needs proves difficult. Assuming the fire is declared a federal/state disaster, then property owners must make a decision on whether to opt into the debris removal program run and overseen by the government agencies OR opt out and utilize their insurance/funds to pay for the costs of debris removal.  

Find out everything you need to know about fire disaster response at Guzi-West here!

Contact Guzi-West’s Fire Disaster Response Team Today to Help!

We offer a streamlined, customized approach to each property and can perform all major stages of work in house! Guzi-West has a staff of lead inspectors and geologists with experience evaluating sites after a fire for asbestos and lead; preparing site specific work plans; sampling and laboratory analysis; site health and safety plans; overseeing and monitoring the removal and appropriate disposal of contaminated soils. 

Call (888) 351-8189 today to speak to one of our experts!